WDVA Food Service Worker, On-Call, Washington Veterans Home
State of Washington
Posted: January 9, 2026 (6 days ago)
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U.S. Air Forces, Europe
Department of the Air Force
Location
Location not specified
Salary
$18.44 - $21.52
per hour
Type
Closes
This job involves working at a coffee shop on a U.S. Air Force base in the UK, where you'll prepare and serve drinks like coffee, handle customer interactions, and keep the area clean.
It's a hands-on role with physical demands, such as lifting up to 40 pounds and standing for long periods.
A good fit would be someone with basic food service experience, who is reliable, customer-friendly, and meets U.S. residency rules for overseas base employment.
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Daily Grind, Galaxy Club, RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. Scheduled shifts.
Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical to include being physically able to frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 40lbs.
Able to continuously stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time. STANDING REGISTER ANNOUNCEMENT: Applications will be reviewed, and referrals every 7 days.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.
An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/09/2026 The area of consideration for this vacancy announcement: Citizens, permanent residents, and legal residents of the United States (US) who reside within the local commuting area (60-mile radius) of RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom (UK), or will do so within the next 30 days.
Permanent and legal residents of the US must be citizens of a NATO country, unless authorized to reside in the UK as a dependent of an employee who serves in support of the US Visiting Forces.
Eligible applicants must possess a US-issued social security number and be able to provide documentation proving residency status in the UK. Applicants cannot be 'ordinarily resident'.
A person is considered to be 'ordinarily resident' if they have resided in the United Kingdom (UK) for more than 366 days without an affiliation to the US Visiting Forces.
Time spent in the UK as an employee, or dependent of an employee, of a US agency serving and supporting the US Visiting Forces (i.e., active duty military, federal civilian, AAFES, Red Cross, one of the contract universities, a military banking facility or federal credit union, or US government contractors) is not counted toward being 'ordinary resident'.
In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between the US and the UK, British citizens may not apply for US NAF positions; however, they may be eligible to apply for local national positions on base.
Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience: Must have experience that demonstrates the ability to prepare coffee beverages for retail sale and identify correct proportions and mixtures to use in preparing beverages.
Must be able to follow simple recipe cards. Must be able to follow simple written and oral instructions, be able to use hand tools for cleaning, and operate simple machines.
Must be skilled in doing tasks with several steps and use judgment in sequencing tasks. Must have knowledge of sanitation standards in handling and serving food, cleaning equipment and work area.
Must be able to communicate with customers and possess skill in dealing with the public. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a employment physical.
Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and/or complete food handler's training. Must be able to continuously stoop, reach, push, pull and bend for long periods of time.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of suitability and fitness for the position. Major Duties:
The purpose of this position is to prepare and serve hot and cold beverages from a full-service coffee operation and perform a variety of manual tasks in food preparation and food service areas.
Operates a full-service coffee bar.
Prepares a variety of hot and cold beverages such as brewed coffee, mocha, latte, espresso, cappuccino, chai, hot chocolate, blended iced drinks, fruit smoothies etc., by selecting proper ingredients and following set recipes for each individual variation of drink.
Sets up and maintains work area in a neat and clean manner. Cleans seating area tables and replenishes condiment station as necessary. Operates dishwasher.
Performs heavy duty cleaning tasks as required in the work area (floors, walls, ceilings). Opens and closes facility following set procedures. Sets up work area for operation and obtains cash bank.
Completes necessary documentation for cash funds accountability. Assists with inventories and identifies items for re-ordering. Trains new employee as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12863140
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